Description
The Maryland Department of Health’s Clifton T. Perkins Hospital Center (a maximum‑security psychiatric facility) is seeking a small‑business‑qualified contractor to provide comprehensive inspection, preventive maintenance, and repair services for all dietary‑kitchen equipment, including refrigeration, freezers, cooking appliances, warewashers, ventilation hoods, fire‑suppression systems, and ice machines. The contract is an indefinite‑quantity, fixed‑unit‑price agreement with a one‑year base period and a maximum ceiling of $50,000. Bidders must hold Maryland HVACR licenses, submit three references, and comply with extensive regulatory standards (Joint Commission, CMS, NFPA 96, etc.). Site visits are optional but must be requested by October 20 2026; questions are due by October 21 2026, and bids close on November 4 2026 via the eMMA portal.
• Scope: Routine inspections, preventive cleaning, calibration, minor repairs (48‑hour turnaround), detailed logging, and compliance reporting for all dietary equipment.
• Contract Type: Indefinite‑quantity with fixed unit prices; one‑year term, no options.
• Minimum Qualifications: Maryland HVACR license, business license, ≥3 years relevant experience, three references.
• Small Business Reserve: Only certified small businesses may be awarded.
• Budget: Not to exceed $50,000 for the year.
• Submission: Electronic bid via eMMA, including bid form, transmittal letter, references, past contract list, and required certifications.
• Key Dates: Issue Oct 7 2026, Revised Oct 29 2026, Questions Oct 21 2026, Site‑visit request by Oct 20 2026, Bid due Nov 4 2026, Bid opening Nov 5 2026.
• Contact: Victoria F. Bell, Director of Procurement (email & phone above).